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12 Apr 2016

platinum plaisir: introducing and impression

Late in 2015, I acquired my first Platinum Plaisir because I really loved my Platinum 3776 Century Nice and wanted something a bit cheaper to lug around on the wards. I originally plumped for the silver one and then added a purple to my collection a little while later. Both are from Cult Pens, a company I can recommend for their amazing service, quick dispatch times and competitive prices.

The Platinum Plaisir is a super cheap cartridge fountain pen that writes extremely well. I think I prefer the purple one because the silver barrel is just a bit too reflective and shows up finger prints a bit too well for my liking. Though I like the weird metallic design, it does mean that it isn't the best for gripping. It's comfortable but in more humid climates or those with sweatier hands may find it a difficult pen to hold on to! It definitely feels very cheap but that's because it is! If I were to lose it on placement, I don't think I would be too gutted (though maybe mildly annoyed at myself).

It is a great starter fountain pen: lightweight, two nib sizes to choose from (0.3mm and 0.5mm), a wide range of barrel colours and easy and comfortable to hold. It writes like a dream (super smooth with little to no feedback) and it wrote as soon as the cartridge was inserted (some of the cheaper Parkers take a while to get going out of the box on previous experience!).

Overall, I am super impressed with this pen. I don't think it'll be replacing my Lamy Safari as my go-to placement pen anytime soon but never say never! I love the muted metallic lilac colour and how lightweight it is. Sometimes, I have more than one pen on my lanyard and this may well be my second choice alongside my Lamy!